Plan a holiday the kids will never forget to an unbelievable family-friendly resort in Dubai
Are you planning a family holiday to Dubai? Dubai offers visitors an exceptional range of family hotels and resorts, from all-inclusive beach escapes to handy city apartments that can be used as a sightseeing base.
In this Dubai accommodation guide, we’re going to take you through all of our favourite Dubai hotels for families, from the incredible Atlantis the Palm to surprisingly cheap and convenient spots near Dubai Mall, as well as unique desert options and some new kids on the block with fabulous water park and all-inclusive options you definitely won’t want to miss!
You will quickly see why Dubai is one of the best family destinations in the world!
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Best Dubai Family Hotels for 2024
We’ve summarised our favourites here in handy table, or read below for more details on each of our favourite family hotels in Dubai – every one of these hotels and resorts has been tried and tested by one of our writing team (all parents!) here in the UAE.
| Hotel Name | Location | Key Features & Perks | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis, the Palm | Palm Jumeirah | Aquaventure entry Lost Chamber aquarium entry 23 restaurants Kids & teen clubs | Check Here |
| Jumeirah Beach Hotel | Jumeirah Beach | Wild Wadi entry 5 swimming pools 10 restaurants Large rooms Kids Club | Check Here |
| Jumeirah Al Naseem Madinat Jumeirah | Jumeirah Beach | Wild Wadi entry 4 swimming pools 7 restaurants Kids Club Water sports Turtle sanctuary | Check Here |
| Grand Hyatt Dubai | Dubai Creek | Extensive pools and resort facilities Close to the Airport | Check Here |
| The Westin Mina Seyahi | Jumeirah Beach | Jungle Bay Waterpark 5 resort pools and 500m of beach Kids club 12 onsite restaurants | Check Here |
| One&Only Royal Mirage | Jumeirah Beach | Great location 3 hotels in 1 resort 1km private beach KidsOnly Club and childcare | Check Here |
| Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm | Palm Jumeirah | Water sports Kids club | Check Here |
| Kempinski Mall of the Emirates | Al Barsha | Access to Ski Dubai Handy to the Metro | Check Here |
| Roda al Murooj Residences | Downtown | Apartment style accommodation within a city resort Close to Dubai Mall and the Metro | Check Here |
| InterContinental Festival City | Dubai Creek | Connected to Dubai Festival City | Check Here |
| Doubletree by Hilton Jumeirah Beach | Jumeirah Beach | Apartment style family accommodation within a hotel beach resort Direct access to The Beach & The Walk | Check Here |
| Legoland Hotel | Jebel Ali | Legoland entry Themed rooms Swimming Pool | Check Here |
| Centara Mirage Beach Resort | Deira Islands | All Inclusive Extensive kids activities 3 swimming pools, lazy river and slides 5 restaurants Family rooms with bunks | Check Here |
| JA The Resort | Jebel Ali | 3 resorts in one Sports and activities Creche, Kids club, disco Larger rooms and all-inclusive options 25 bars and restaurants | Check Here |
| Bab al Shams Desert Resort | Al Marmoom Desert | Desert experiences Kids clubs 2 swimming pools | Check Here |
Hotel guests be aware! Always look out for the ++ when booking Dubai hotels. We talk more about tourism and hospitality taxes in Dubai here
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All our favourite family-friendly Dubai hotels & resorts – the details
Atlantis, the Palm
Atlantis, The Palm is hard to top if you’re scouring for the best hotels in Dubai for kids. The endless experiences on offer make the 5-star resort feel like a playground for families, with new levels of fun.
Spectacularly situated at the end of Palm Jumeirah, the hotel’s Aquaventure waterpark (free to visit as a hotel guest) is a must for families visiting Dubai; it even features a slide through a shark tank!
Their ‘Lost Chambers’ aquarium invites kids and adults alike into an underwater world, and Wavehouse provides hours of entertainment with 50+ arcade games, a bowling alley and the Surf’s Up wave rider.
Very young children are in good hands with the in-room babysitting, allowing parents to enjoy a choice of 23 restaurants. Teens can also hang out, socialize and dance at The Zone, a safe and adult-free space dedicated just to them.
The two-bedroom Suites category ensures families can sleep together at this mega-resort hotel, which is truly one of the most special experiences families can enjoy in Dubai.
Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Jumeirah Beach Hotel is one of the best hotels in Dubai for families with children, who make up the majority of the clientele. The 5-star hotel has a private stretch of beach along the Arabian Gulf and over a dozen restaurants and bars offering international cuisine.
The spacious rooms and suites include floor-to-ceiling, ocean-view windows. Studio-style family rooms and family two-bedroom suites are available. All guests receive complimentary and unlimited access to the adjacent Wild Wadi Waterpark, a favourite with kids.
Another nice feature for younger children is the on-site activity centre, which features a climbing wall, musical instruments, and a kid’s club with a water play area.
Jumeirah Al Naseem Madinat Jumeirah
The best Dubai hotels for families include Jumeirah Al Naseem, the newest and most modern hotel within the huge Madinat Jumeirah complex. Direct beach access, upmarket dining and spa facilities, and fancy rooms, including family setups and interconnecting rooms.
The Wild Wadi Waterpark is under a 10-minute walk away, and tickets are included with every guest’s stay. Jumeirah Al Naseem also runs a Kid’s Club with indoor and outdoor playgrounds and fun activities. A free shuttle service from DXB aids a stress-free arrival and departure, which is wonderful when travelling as a family.
Grand Hyatt Dubai
Unlike most of Dubai’s resort hotels, which line the beachfront, the Grand Hyatt Dubai is centrally located at the edge of the city’s historic creek and overlooks the sparkling Dubai skyline. The hotel has an exclusive feel yet features to cater to all ages, qualifying it as one of the best family hotels in Dubai.
The elegant accommodations with Arabic details include family suites and interconnecting rooms. Babysitting services are available if adults fancy slipping out for dinner at one of over a dozen on-site restaurants.
Kids will also love the free popsicles routinely handed out by staff around the pool. The Kid’s Club and outdoor pools for kids and adults provide plenty of daytime entertainment, plus the huge atrium is an interesting addition, especially for your littlest ones. Children will love exploring the streams and bridges of this tropical indoor garden.
We also hear rumour that the resort is going to have its very own water park with 15+ rides and experiences for the kids – included in your hotel stay. How cool is that?!
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi is a 5-star luxury resort with its own 550-yard private beach nearby and views of Palm Jumeirah. As with many of the best hotels in Dubai for families, The Westin is located close to the exciting Wild Wadi Waterpark, though in-house guests can now enjoy the incredible new Jungle Bay Water Park within the hotel grounds!
The hotel is adjacent to Le Meridien and shares many of the excellent facilities of Club Mina. Families can avail the kid’s pool and kid’s club, with daily beach games to get involved in.
Chic Deluxe rooms with 2 Queen beds and Family Suite Sea View Rooms can comfortably accommodate families. A choice of 8 restaurants makes family mealtimes easy, with special menus included for children. Jumeirah Beach Walk is just 5 minutes away by car for family strolls and further dining and entertainment options.
One&Only Royal Mirage
The One&Only Royal Mirage is one of the best Dubai hotel for families seeking an ultra-luxury 5-star stay. The property stretches along a pristine length of Jumeirah Beach and is made up of three gorgeous hotels; Arabian Count, The Palace and the Residences & Spa.
The immaculate gardens, dramatic Arabesque architecture and decorative Arabian details are stunning. Impeccable facilities include four swimming pools, a spa with a hammam, Kid’s Club and two playgrounds.
The Palace also provides children’s swimming, tennis and waterskiing lessons. Interleading rooms are available upon request for families – an unbeatable luxury favourite for families if the budget allows.
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There are several more incredible 5* family resorts along Jumeirah beach also worthy of a mention including the Ritz Carlton, Le Royal Meridient and Habtoor Grand – see all our favourite resorts on the beach in Dubai here
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm
Another of the best hotels in Dubai for kids is the elegant Waldorf Astoria, situated at Palm Jumeirah’s eastern crescent. Families can enjoy 200 meters of palm-peppered private beach and a range of dining options from Arabian to International.
A shuttle runs for easy visits to nearby attractions; the much-loved Aquaventure Waterpark is popular and only five minutes away. The brilliant facilities for youngsters include a kid’s pool, Coco’s Kid’s Club and babysitting services. Family Deluxe Suites and Deluxe rooms with 2 Queen beds both boast sea views.
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There simply isn’t enough room to include all the incredible resorts on Palm Jumeirah; Sofitel, Anantara, Fairmont, Rixos to name but a few would all make incredible family resort choices – see all the best Palm Jumeirah hotels over here
Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
Kempinski Hotel, located within the Mall of the Emirates, is the best hotel in Dubai for families who like a bit of adventure with their vacations. It’s the venue of indoor snow and ski resort, Ski Dubai and located roughly halfway between the Dubai Marina area and Burj Khalifa for family exploring.
Enjoy the rooftop infinity pool within the hotel, and check out the Chalet Lodge rooms that overlook the slopes of Ski Dubai!
In the connected Mall of the Emirates, families will find plenty of indoor entertainment to beat the heat, including ‘Magic Planet’, which includes brilliant family facilities like amusement rides and a bowling alley. The hotel itself has a kids’ pool, video games and a soft play area for little ones.
Full board plans are available to take the pressure off at mealtimes, and the ‘We Are Family’ package includes discounted entry to the kids’ activities in Dubai.
Roda al Murooj Residences
Roda al Murooj Residences is the best Dubai hotel for kids and parents looking for a more independent stay, with apartments of up to three bedrooms, immediately adjacent to Dubai Mall.
Each unit is self-catered with a kitchen including a fridge and oven, and the facilities of a hotel such as a 24-hour front desk, fitness centre, sauna and hot tub.
A buffet breakfast and a car rental counter for family trips out are also available. Kids will love the garden, year-round outdoor pool and children’s playground – the good news for parents is they stay for free. Complimentary cots and infant beds are available.
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InterContinental Dubai Festival City
Intercontinental Dubai Festival City is set up to be one of the best hotels for kids in Dubai. It’s located around 15 minutes out of Downtown Dubai and only 10 minutes from Dubai International Airport – a superb option if you are only on a short stopover to Dubai and want to stay near DXB Airport.
The hotel offers exclusive access to the Dubai Festival City Mall which has over 500 retail stores for family shopping, and the eye-catching IMAGINE water, laser, light and fire spectacle that will have kids’ eyes goggling (as well as Fontana Circus this winter).
The 30-yard outdoor pool is a highlight for kids, with panoramic views of Dubai Creek. A children’s pool and babysitting or childcare service will also allow parents to sneak in a spa session. Don’t miss one amazing feature- if you dare! – an entirely glass infinity pool that dangles over the edge of the hotel!
Doubletree by Hilton Jumeirah Beach
Doubletree has a great location on Jumeirah Beach’s ”The Walk’ waterfront promenade. Spacious one, two, and three-bedroom suites come with private balconies, and some have fully equipped kitchens and sea views.
Kids will be won over early on with the welcome DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie upon arrival, not to mention the children’s pool, private sandy beach and kid-friendly menus in a choice of restaurants.
Doubletree is one of the last high-rise hotels along The Beach waterfront of JBR, which puts it right next to the bridge over to Bluewater Island and all the eateries and entertainment on offer (including the soon-to-reopen Ain Dubai Ferris wheel). For convenience and facilities, this makes it one of the best beachfront hotels in Dubai for families.
LEGOLAND®Hotel Dubai
Tell us a youngster who wouldn’t love staying in a themed room at Legoland with tickets to their favourite theme park? Newly opened in 2022, Legoland® Dubai Hotel is the third hotel to open as part of the complex in Jebel Ali, to the west of Dubai city centre.
The 250 colourfully decorated rooms come in five different Lego themes and can sleep families of up to five in one room. On-site, there is a swimming pool, splash pad, and plenty of character meet-and-greets with themed activities.
This is one of the best family-friendly hotels in Dubai for young guests; broadly, your 4-year-old to 10-year-old age group would benefit the most.
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Also consider: If staying in the Lego-themed rooms isn’t a priority for your youngsters, the other two options for Dubai Parks & Resorts are the excellent value Rove at the Park with a shuttle to the theme parks, or our favourite is Lapita, Autograph Collection, the Polynesian themed resort with excellent pools and lazy river
Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai
This Thai-inspired hotel recently opened in Deira Islands, a sensational all-inclusive family resort option to consider on your trip to Dubai. During your stay, kids will have access to the on-site waterpark and adventure park with slides and rope courses, or why not indulge in the family spa?
You won’t want to leave your hotel, as you’re spoilt with three swimming pools, five on-site restaurants, and many of the 600+ rooms that come fitted with bunk beds! We love that they offer meal plans and even all-inclusive packages.
Deira Islands is one of the latest areas of Dubai to be developed. It’s not far from DXB Airport and the Dubai Creek Area, and Downtown is also easy to access by taxi.
JA The Resort
A less obvious choice for visitors to Dubai is to head west of the city’s main hotel and resort areas to the coastal resort complex JA The Resort. This sprawling complex at Jebel Ali Beach comprises three hotel resorts packed with family activities. You can book family suites and meal packages through to all-inclusive for the perfect relaxing family vacation on the Arabian Gulf.
Activities on offer vary from water skiing and water sports to horse riding; indulge in a round of golf, try your shooting skills, have a hit on the tennis courts or simply relax at one of the 25 bars and restaurants. It’s one of our top recommended resorts for older children who love their holiday activities.
The only disadvantage we would note is that the resort is more remote than others we’ve listed here, so you are not connected to the public transport system in Dubai and will be looking at a decent taxi or Careem/Uber fare wherever you’re headed.
If it’s a resort with everything your family could desire in one location, though, and simply enjoying the abundant sunshine of Dubai, this could be the best value family resort choice in Dubai.
Bab al Shams Desert Resort
Bab al Shams is a little different and the best hotel in Dubai for families craving a luxurious Middle East escape. The hotel is constructed around an oasis, encircled by natural landscapes and 50 minutes from the bustle of Downtown Dubai in Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve.
Despite its more remote location, this unique resort offers plenty to do: three outdoor pools, a kid’s pool, the Aladin’s Kid’s Club (ages 4-12), and an adventure playground.
Children under 12 stay free, and younger kids can enjoy Sinbad’s Kids’ Club and a separate shaded pool. Families can have an adventure exploring the surrounding desert by jeep, horse or camel. Cribs, rollaway beds and connecting rooms are available upon request.
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Whether its luxury resorts or glamping under the stars, we have a detailed guide to staying in the desert in Dubai here if you’re after a more unique family experience in the UAE.
Other family accommodation ideas in Dubai
If you are still not sure if a hotel is the right choice for your Dubai family vacation, we also recommend you check out:
- The best apartments for family short-stays in Dubai
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Airbnb or VRBO can also work out to be a surprisingly affordable and convenient option for families staying in Dubai. We strongly recommend you take a look and see what value for money you can get before deciding on the best type of accommodation for your family trip to Dubai.
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